Sales Associate

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Dick Van Dyke Appliance World

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Decatur, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Sales Associate is responsible for greeting customers, providing product guidance, and maintaining a visually appealing store environment. They aim to build strong customer relationships and contribute to monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals.

Qualifications

You have proven success in sales or customer-facing roles, demonstrating a personable, friendly, and customer-focused attitude. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment and possess an understanding of basic sales principles.

Must Have Skills for ATS

commission

sales principles

product knowledge

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Savings bank
  • Vision insurance
Dick Van Dyke Inc. is seeking a motivated and customer‑focused Sales Associate to join our team. As a Sales Associate, you will be the face of our company—working directly with customers, learning our products and services, and helping deliver an exceptional in‑store experience. We provide training on all products, services, and company policies to set you up for success.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, thrives in a fast‑paced retail environment, and takes pride in maintaining a professional, welcoming store environment.

Sales Associate Compensation
Dick Van Dyke Inc. allows the Sales Associate to choose between two methods of pay while starting out.

  • Base Salary: $32,000 for the first 12 months of employment + 7% commission 
((OR)) 

  • Straight 14% commission + training pay of $5400.00 over a span of 12 weeks

Sales Associate Key Responsibilities

  • Greet customers warmly and provide exceptional customer service
  • Answer customer questions and engage them with merchandise
  • Guide customers to appropriate products and services within the store
  • Build and maintain strong customer relationships
  • Actively seek out and assist customers on the sales floor
  • Maintain strong product knowledge and stay informed on new offerings
  • Contribute to departmental sales goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis
  • Handle customer concerns professionally and partner with the customer service team to resolve issues
  • Maintain an organized, clean, and visually appealing store floor, including displays and merchandise
 Sales Associate Qualifications

  • Proven success in sales or customer‑facing roles
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
  • Personable, friendly, and customer‑focused attitude
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced retail environment
  • Understanding of basic sales principles
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
Sales Associate Benefits

  • 5 days paid vacation after 90 days
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with profit sharing
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • No Sundays
Why Work at Dick Van Dyke Inc. as a Sales Associate?

  • Paid training on products and services
  • Long‑term career growth opportunities
  • Competitive compensation with commission potential
  • Strong benefits package
  • Stable schedule with Sunday family time
 

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Dick Van Dyke Appliance World

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